- By Piyali Bhadra
- Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:25 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Vijay Sethupathi is one of the most celebrated and popular South actors. The lead is receiving immense love for his performance alongside Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Jawan.’ Essaying the lead antagonist in the film, Kaali, fans of Vijay Sethupathi are in awe looking at his acting range. Amid the buzz of ‘Jawan’, Vijay Sethupathi unveiled the poster of his upcoming film ‘Maharaja.’ Fans soon praised the actor and showcased their excitement. The film marks the 50th project of the star.
Sharing the update to his Instagram handle, Vijay Sethupathi wrote, “#MaharajaFirstLook @jagadish_Palanisamy #SudhanSundaram @dir_nithilan @anuragkashyap10 #NattyNataraj @mamtamohan @abhiramiact @b_ajaneesh @philoedit @dineshkumarpurushothaman @passionstudiosoffl_ @therouteofficial @thinkstudiosind @jungleemusicsouth #PassionAndRoute #VJS50FirstLook #vijaysethupathi50 #makkalselvan50.”
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In the poster, Vijay Sethupathi can be seen sitting on a barber’s chair with a sickle in his hand. In the backdrop, a policeman is staring at him. The film is touted to be an action-thriller, with Sethupathi’s character on a killing spree. The actor’s character also gives a hint that he’s being chased by the police and has arrived at his workplace.
As soon as the poster was unveiled, fans hailed Vijay Sethupathi’s look and called the project a blockbuster. One user wrote, “Vijay Sethupathi No 1 actor in the world." Another fan wrote, “Legend actor Vijay Sethupathy sir always heart touching. Jawan se aacha yeh roll hoga."
In July, producer-director Anurag Kashyap also shared the announcement poster and wrote, “Even the darkness fears his brutal politics. Beware, he’s coming!! #VJS50 Titled ‘#Maharaja’. Get ready to handle the toughest ones in the game. Written and directed by @Dir_Nithilan. #MakkalSelvan @VijaySethuOffl.”
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Talking about his professional front, Vijay Sethupathi was recently seen in ‘Jawan.’ The film stars Shah Rukh Khan and Nayanthara in the lead role and is produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, Gauri Khan, and by Gaurav Verma. The film also features Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, and Sunil Grover in pivotal roles. The film hit theatres on September 7 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.